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Cajun Garlic Seafood Boil
Youssef Hb

Cajun Garlic Seafood Boil

A smoky, garlicky one-pot seafood feast bursting with bold Cajun flavors. Packed with shrimp, crab, turkey sausage, and vegetables in a zesty citrus butter sauce, this Louisiana-inspired boil is a crowd-pleasing family meal that fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 quarts water
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 4 smoked turkey sausage links
  • 1 lb crab clusters
  • 1 lb shrimp, shell-on
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 ears corn on the cob, trimmed
  • 1 onion, halved
  • 1 lemon, quartered
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • ½ cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste (adjust to taste)
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Method
 

  1. Bring 4 quarts water to a rolling boil in a 6-quart stockpot.
  2. Add halved onion, quartered lemon, Cajun seasoning, Old Bay seasoning, and hot sauce.
  3. Simmer the spiced water for 15 minutes.
  4. Add sliced turkey sausage and cubed baby potatoes; reduce heat and continue boiling for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes reach doneness and the sausage is lightly browned.
  5. Drop in crab clusters, shrimp (shelled, tails on if desired), and husked corn.
  6. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the shrimp turn pink and the corn is tender.
  7. In a saucepan, melt ½ cup butter over medium-low heat.
  8. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  9. Stir in 2 tablespoons lemon juice and season with salt.
  10. Pour the garlic butter sauce over everything in the pot and serve immediately.

Notes

Use filtered water for the best flavor.
Smoked turkey sausage adds smoky depth without pork.
Adjust seasoning to your heat preference.
Serve with extra lemon wedges for a refreshing finish.
Make sure to use a large pot to accommodate all ingredients comfortably.